1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 12 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 54 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 144 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Subaru SVX 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Subaru Subaru
Model SVX Legacy
Year Released 1992 2004
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3318 cc 2458 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.3 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 64 L


 

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