2006 Renault Clio vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera

To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (424 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2006 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 890 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 Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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 Panamera (521 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 Panamera
Make Renault Porsche
Model Clio Panamera
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1390 cc 4800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line single
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 424 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6700 RPM
Torque 127 Nm 521 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Electric
Top Speed 180 km/hour 288 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.5 seconds 4.5 seconds
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual Single Speed
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1030 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 3780 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2114 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1408 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2920 mm


 

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