1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 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 39 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chrysler 300. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Subaru | Chrysler |
| Model | SVX | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3048 mm |
