1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestyle. 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (282 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Abarth | Ford |
| Model | Stola | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
