1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (220 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 744 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 Mazda 6. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Abarth | Mazda |
Model | Stola | 6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 260 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |