1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 13 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 995 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, 2011 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | SVX | X6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1689 mm |
