1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Abarth Stola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Abarth Stola would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2415 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Abarth | Ford |
Model | Stola | Excursion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 3215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 2040 mm |