2006 Porsche Boxster vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2006 Porsche Boxster is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 596 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties. 2006 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Fifties has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Fifties will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche Boxster | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2687 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
