2008 Renault Modus vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Renault Modus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Forenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Forenza (127 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
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 Suzuki Forenza (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Forenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Modus | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1149 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
