1997 Mazda Xedos 9 vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, both 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 and 1997 Subaru SVX were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda Xedos 9. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 has manual transmission. 1997 Mazda Xedos 9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Mazda Xedos 9 | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | Xedos 9 | SVX |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |