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Renault Clio vs Porsche Cayman – Which car suits you better?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Clio or Porsche Cayman fits your lifestyle better.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Renault Clio has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16600 £, while the Porsche Cayman costs 136000 £. That’s a price difference of around 119443 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Clio manages with 4.30 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the Porsche Cayman with 13 L. The difference is about 8.70 L per 100 km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayman has a significantly edge – offering 500 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 357 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayman is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.40 s, while the Renault Clio takes 9.30 s. That’s about 5.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayman performs clearly better – reaching 315 km/h, while the Renault Clio tops out at 174 km/h. The difference is around 141 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayman pulls significantly stronger with 450 Nm compared to 205 Nm. That’s about 245 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Renault Clio offers significantly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.

In curb weight, Renault Clio is distinct lighter – 1124 kg compared to 1490 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Clio offers convincingly more room – 391 L compared to 184 L. That’s a difference of about 207 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Clio performs clearly better – up to 1069 L, which is about 797 L more than the Porsche Cayman.

When it comes to payload, Renault Clio distinct takes the win – 406 kg compared to 281 kg. That’s a difference of about 125 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Clio proves to be dominates this comparison and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Clio is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Renault Clio

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 67 - 143 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 5.3 L
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Renault Clio

The Clio punches above its weight with chic French styling and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that makes city driving feel effortlessly stylish. It's an easy-to-live-with choice that keeps ownership simple and even manages to put a grin on your face when the traffic gets dull.

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Porsche Cayman

The Porsche Cayman stands out as a quintessential sports car, blending sleek design with dynamic handling. Its mid-engine layout provides an excellent balance and sharp agility that driving enthusiasts crave. Inside, the Cayman offers a refined and driver-focused interior, ensuring that every journey is an exhilarating experience.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16600 - 23000 £
Price
136000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
13 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
-
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
97 - 121 g/km
co2
295 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
39 - 42 L
Fuel tank capacity
54 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1124 - 1331 kg
Curb weight
1490 kg
Trunk capacity
301 - 391 L
Trunk capacity
184 L
Length
4053 mm
Length
4456 mm
Width
1798 mm
Width
1822 mm
Height
1440 mm
Height
1267 mm
Max trunk capacity
979 - 1069 L
Max trunk capacity
272 L
Payload
398 - 406 kg
Payload
281 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
67 - 143 HP
Power HP
500 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.3 - 17.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.40 s
Max Speed
160 - 174 km/h
Max Speed
315 km/h
Torque
95 - 205 Nm
Torque
450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
49 - 105 kW
Power kW
368 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1598 cm3
Engine capacity
3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2023 - 2025
Model Year
2021
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Renault
Brand
Porsche

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Is the Renault Clio offered with different drivetrains?

The Renault Clio is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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