2008 Renault Modus vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 210 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Modus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Modus | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 65535 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2625 mm |
