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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 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 | 3179 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |