1996 Subaru SVX vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 25 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2004 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Subaru SVX | 2004 Honda Accord | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | SVX | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |