Steelies vs Aluminum Wheels (4 cyl)

My steel wheels are starting to look pretty ratty on my 2006, kinda wanted to go with some OEM takeoffs to make it look fresh. I figured either some 2nd gen or 3rd gen takeoffs. The paint on my wheels has really taken a beating. Never really had any qualms with my steel wheels, they look quite modern compared to older steel rims with gaudy hubcaps. I know aluminum wheels are technically easier to shatter, but the sidewalls are so big on trucks, I feel that's kinda a moot point.

I see the same steel takeoffs like I have going for next to nothing with basically brand new rubber... I see alloy takeoffs going for about that price, just without tires/TPMS.

Anyone with a 4 cyl gone from steel to alloy wheels and noticed a big difference with regards to power? I know aluminum is lighter, just wondering how big of a difference if any they make with our little 4 cylinders. I'd imagine choice of tire is more of a factor than wheel type, but just want to know what others think/have done. Stock tire size, by the way.

 

Steelies weigh maybe 32 lbs and 2nd gen trd off road around 25 lbs? Those are guesstimates, don't quote me.

7 lbs per wheel - you may notice a difference in the way it drives when you first pull away, but it will be so small you won't notice after that. Gas mileage will be a fraction of an mpg better, you will never make up the increased cost in fuel mileage savings.

Personally I would go with takeoffs for the looks and because I like to choose my own tires. But buying steelies with tires already installed is definitely the more sensible/economical thing to do.