1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek
To start off, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (146 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 630 kg more than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2013 Subaru XV Crosstrek | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Caprice | XV Crosstrek |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1986 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2635 mm |
