1997 Subaru SVX vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru SVX would be higher. 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 84 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Caldina has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Caldina 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Caldina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
