2002 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 (300 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156. (385 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
