1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2004 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2004 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 2004 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2004 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2004 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Dardo | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
