2008 Renault Modus vs. 2011 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2011 Toyota Avalon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Renault Modus would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 375 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, 2011 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2011 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Modus | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| 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 | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2819 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
