2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 and 2008 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (111 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A8 | Modus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 49 L |
