1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2011 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Avenger 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 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 81 kg more than 2011 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Avenger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Avenger. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 2011 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | SVX | Avenger |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1539 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4892 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1483 mm |
