2008 Porsche Boxster vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Porsche Boxster is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Clio weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
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, 2008 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche Boxster | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | Boxster | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
