2006 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 350 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 2013 Porsche 911 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 2013 Porsche 911. 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Clio | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1978 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |