1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 10 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (270 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 380 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2008 Mazda CX-9 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. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Abarth | Mazda |
| Model | Stola | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
