2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (194 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 166. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 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 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
Model | 166 | Clio |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |