1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2001 Toyota Brevis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Brevis is newer by 4 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 6 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (211 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Brevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 70 kg more than 2001 Toyota Brevis. 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 2001 Toyota Brevis. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Brevis. (280 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Brevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2001 Toyota Brevis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Brevis |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2790 mm |
