2007 Renault Clio vs. 2006 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,392 cc, 2006 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Cayman (295 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Porsche Cayman.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2006 Porsche Cayman has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Porsche Cayman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Clio | 2006 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | Clio | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
