1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 833 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | Stola | Forester |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1610 mm |
