2008 Renault Modus vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 876 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Modus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Modus | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
