2011 GMC Savana vs. 2011 Renault Modus
To start off, both 2011 GMC Savana and 2011 Renault Modus were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Renault Modus. (97 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2011 Renault Modus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 GMC Savana 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 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 GMC Savana (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Modus. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Modus. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Modus has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Modus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 GMC Savana | 2011 Renault Modus | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Savana | Modus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2231 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2012 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2126 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 49 L |
