2008 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Renault Modus
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Modus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Modus would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Renault Modus. (118 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Modus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Modus weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Modus. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Modus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 2004 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | E-150 | Modus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 49 L |
