1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2011 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 16 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 117 kg more than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Because 1995 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2011 Buick LaCrosse | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | SVX | LaCrosse |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5001 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1504 mm |
