1999 Porsche Boxster vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Clio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 Porsche Boxster (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (301 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche Boxster | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
