2002 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 364 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 836 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. 2010 Audi Q7 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. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Fiat Barchetta | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Audi |
| Model | Barchetta | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3002 mm |
