1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SVX | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2873 mm |
