2008 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Uplander 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 3,880 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Uplander (325 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Uplander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Uplander | 2008 Renault Modus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Uplander | Modus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3880 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |