2004 Fiat Barchetta vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 4 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1345 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 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 2008 Nissan Titan 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. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Barchetta | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Barchetta | Titan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 4060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 140 L |
