2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 774 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
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, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo 159. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 has manual transmission. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 4Runner | 159 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4662 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
