1996 Subaru SVX vs. 2010 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Acura TL is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura TL weights approximately 68 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Acura TL. 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, 2010 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru SVX | 2010 Acura TL | |
| Make | Subaru | Acura |
| Model | SVX | TL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1453 mm |
