1996 Subaru SVX vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 9 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 56 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru SVX | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Subaru | Xedos |
| Model | SVX | 9 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
