1993 Subaru SVX vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 20 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1993 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 325 kg more than 1993 Subaru SVX. 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru SVX | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SVX | E |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4913 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
