2008 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2008 Kia Picanto 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Modus (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 347 kg more than 2008 Kia Picanto. 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 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Picanto | 2008 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Picanto | Modus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 15.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |
