2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2007 Renault Trafic

To start off, 2007 Renault Trafic is newer by 3 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Trafic weights approximately 617 kg more than 2004 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 Renault Trafic (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Fiat Barchetta 2007 Renault Trafic
Make Fiat Renault
Model Barchetta Trafic
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type Convertible Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1755 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 162 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1677 kg
Vehicle Length 3920 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 2240 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 3100 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 90 L


 

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