2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2002 Fiat Barchetta and 2002 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Barchetta | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
