2002 Porsche Cayenne vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 4,511 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (336 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 615 kg more than 2007 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Porsche Cayenne (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2002 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Porsche Cayenne | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Cayenne | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4511 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
