1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 8 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (222 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Dardo | Highlander |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |