2008 Renault Modus vs. 2002 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Allion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Allion would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Allion (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 3 kg more than 2002 Toyota Allion.
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, 2002 Toyota Allion (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus. 2002 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2002 Toyota Allion | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Allion |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
