2008 Renault Modus vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
