1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru SVX | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | SVX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
