2008 Renault Modus vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Renault Modus. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 172 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 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Modus | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Modus | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 1417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2651 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
