2008 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Modus weights approximately 80 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Renault Modus (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Civic | 2004 Renault Modus | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Modus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 48 L |