2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Renault Modus
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Modus would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Renault Modus. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 475 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 Honda Accord (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Modus. (105 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Accord | Modus |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
