1998 Abarth Stola vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 13 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1510 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Abarth Stola. (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Stola | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Abarth | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stola | T5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1910 mm |
