2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2001 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1141 kg more than 2001 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 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 2001 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Sprinter | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2203 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 35 L |
