2004 Porsche 996 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 40 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 996 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 996 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
