2003 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 4 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 436 kg more than 2003 Fiat Barchetta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Barchetta. 2007 Volkswagen Touran has automatic transmission and 2003 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2003 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volkswagen Touran will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Barchetta | 2007 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Fiat | Volkswagen |
Model | Barchetta | Touran |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1498 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |