2003 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. Both 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2005 Renault Clio are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 147 | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
