1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia

To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (310 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola.

Because 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Sequoia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 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 Toyota Sequoia (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. (386 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola. 2011 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola has manual transmission. 1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Alfa Romeo Nuvola 2011 Toyota Sequoia
Make Alfa Romeo Toyota
Model Nuvola Sequoia
Year Released 1996 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 300 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 386 Nm 443 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2029 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3099 mm


 

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