2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 740 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Fiat | Chevrolet |
| Model | Barchetta | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
