1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1039 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, 2011 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | SVX | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
