2008 Honda Fit vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Fit (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 116 kg more than 2007 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Fit (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Fit | 2007 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Fit | Modus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 49 L |
