2000 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 735 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
