2005 Chevrolet Alero 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 Chevrolet Alero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Alero would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (140 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Alero should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 260 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Alero (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Alero | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Alero | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
