2005 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 2001 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Barchetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Barchetta would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 1405 kg more than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche (447 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Barchetta. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Barchetta has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Barchetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche | 2001 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Avalanche | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2467 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 35 L |
