2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1102 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Barchetta 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Fiat Hyundai
Model Barchetta Terracan
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1755 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 75 L


 

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