1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy 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 69 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 62 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 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 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX. 1997 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
