2010 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 would be higher. Both 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2011 Renault Duster are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 104 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 147 | Duster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
