2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (182 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 159 | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |