2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2009 Renault Clio

To start off, both 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 547 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Clio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Alfa Romeo Spider 2009 Renault Clio
Make Alfa Romeo Renault
Model Spider Clio
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Roadster Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3195 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 323 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85.6 mm 80.5 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 240 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1765 kg 1218 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.5 L/100km 6.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 69 L 55 L


 

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