1993 Subaru SVX vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2002 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 127 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 200 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (224 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 1993 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Subaru SVX | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | SVX | Corolla |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1620 mm |