2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 510 kg more than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Barchetta | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |
