1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2007 Audi S4
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru SVX | 2007 Audi S4 | |
Make | Subaru | Audi |
Model | SVX | S4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 339 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |