2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Renault Clio
To start off, 2012 Renault Clio is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2012 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Clio weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Clio. (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 156 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
