2007 Toyota Land Cruiser vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 360 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Land Cruiser | 159 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4477 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
