1993 Subaru SVX vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (206 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (282 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru SVX | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 282 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
