1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1102 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Rexton. 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2006 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Abarth | SsangYong |
Model | Stola | Rexton |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1770 mm |