2005 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. Both 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2010 Renault Duster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147. (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 147 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| 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 | 118 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
