2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 607 kg more than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 4Runner | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1962 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
