1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 14 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 51 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Element. 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 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | SVX | Element |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2576 mm |
