2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 218 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | Barchetta | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 85 L |
