2008 Renault Modus vs. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (111 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 545 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, 2013 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2013 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Modus | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4771 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 71 L |
