2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2004 Ford E-150
To start off, 2004 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1065 kg more than 2003 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, 2004 Ford E-150 (388 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2004 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 2127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 132 L |
