1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 51 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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, 2011 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Subaru SVX | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | SVX | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 306 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |