2008 Kia Rio vs. 2007 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Rio (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Renault Modus. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Modus weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio.
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 Kia Rio (125 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Rio | 2007 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Rio | Modus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
