1999 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 725 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Barchetta. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Fiat | SsangYong |
| Model | Barchetta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
