2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tacoma | 2011 Alfa Romeo MiTo | |
| Make | Toyota | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Tacoma | MiTo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 45 L |
