2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1993 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156. (147 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 156 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
