1998 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1196 kg more than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Barchetta | Touareg |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2850 mm |