1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 19 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1992 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Because 1992 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru SVX | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | SVX | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
