1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Audi A6
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 11 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Audi A6. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 1020 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, 2009 Audi A6 (451 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Audi A6 | |
Make | Abarth | Audi |
Model | Stola | A6 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |