2008 Renault Modus vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Modus (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (108 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 57 kg more than 2008 Renault Modus.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Modus | Bora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2520 mm |
