2005 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 795 kg more than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 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, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 2002 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Audi | Fiat |
| Model | S4 | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
