1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 6 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 33 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX.
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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Subaru SVX | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | SVX | 330 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |