2007 Suzuki Alto vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2007 Suzuki Alto and 2007 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 310 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Suzuki Alto | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Suzuki | Toyota |
| Model | Alto | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1061 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 87 L |
