1995 Subaru SVX vs. 2013 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2013 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Acadia (284 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Acadia weights approximately 583 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.
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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Subaru SVX | 2013 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Subaru | GMC |
| Model | SVX | Acadia |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5101 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2003 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1846 mm |
