1998 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Renault Clio would be higher. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Clio | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Clio | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
