2008 Renault Modus vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 325 kg more than 2008 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Modus | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
