2008 Renault Modus vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Modus weights approximately 226 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Renault Modus (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Renault Modus | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Modus | Yaris |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |