1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Abarth | Jeep |
| Model | Stola | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
