1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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 63 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | SVX | Camry |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2358 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
