1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (263 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 835 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac CTS. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Abarth | Cadillac |
| Model | Stola | CTS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
