1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 11 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. 1998 Subaru SVX has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Subaru SVX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | SVX | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
