1992 Subaru SVX vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru SVX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru SVX. 1992 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Subaru SVX | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | SVX | Forester |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |