1997 Subaru SVX vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 16 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 46 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (171 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 64 kg more than 2013 Subaru Outback. 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Subaru SVX | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | Outback |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2740 mm |
