2002 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2006 Renault Clio
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (106 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | 2006 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Carrera GT | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
