2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2010 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2010 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Spider | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3194 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 91 L |
