2001 Porsche 996 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (252 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
Because 2001 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 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, 2001 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche 996 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 996 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
