2009 Renault Modus vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Renault Modus would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Modus weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Renault Modus (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Modus | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Modus | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 1867 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 33 L |
