1997 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 478 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (59 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 292 kg more than 1996 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 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 1997 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Clio, 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (600 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Clio. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Porsche 911 | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3164 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 537 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
