1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 215 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Subaru SVX | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | SVX | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 382 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3250 mm |