2007 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 5 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 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 (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. 2007 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta has manual transmission. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 4Runner | Giulietta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
