2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2000 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | 159 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2370 mm |
