1993 Subaru SVX vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 12 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 88 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (129 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 6 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (328 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru SVX. 1993 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Subaru SVX 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Subaru Toyota
Model SVX Land Cruiser
Year Released 1993 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3318 cc 2995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 217 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 328 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1614 kg


 

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