2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon 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 77 more horse power than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander. 2007 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon has manual transmission. 2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon 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:
2002 Alfa Romeo Sportwagon | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
Model | Sportwagon | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |