2008 Renault Modus vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus. 2007 Saturn Vue 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. 2007 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Renault | Saturn |
| Model | Modus | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |
