2005 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (215 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 125 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | Spider | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
