2008 Renault Modus vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Forester weights approximately 141 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.
Because 2000 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Modus | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
