1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 14 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
