2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Clio would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1996 Renault Clio. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Clio.
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, 1996 Renault Clio (407 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche 911. (400 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche 911. 2009 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1996 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 911 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
