1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Abarth Stola. (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1998 Abarth Stola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola. 2009 Kia Borrego 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. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Abarth | Kia |
Model | Stola | Borrego |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4625 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |