2004 Renault Clio vs. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166
To start off, both 2004 Renault Clio and 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
Because 2004 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo 166.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Clio | 2004 Alfa Romeo 166 | |
Make | Renault | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Clio | 166 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |