1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2005 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2005 Kia Sedona 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sedona. (195 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Kia Sedona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sedona. (296 Nm). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2005 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Abarth | Kia |
| Model | Stola | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |
