1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2006 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2006 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | SVX | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
