2007 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (251 HP @ 7150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |