2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Ford Expedition

To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 2 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1796 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 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 2006 Ford Expedition 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. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Barchetta 2006 Ford Expedition
Make Fiat Ford
Model Barchetta Expedition
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1755 cc 5408 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 496 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 106 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 9 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 2856 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 106 L


 

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