1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 12 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 514 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SVX | ML |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 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 | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1816 mm |
