1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Abarth | Suzuki |
| Model | Stola | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
