1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2012 Ford F-150
To start off, 2012 Ford F-150 is newer by 14 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford F-150 weights approximately 706 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.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford F-150. 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, 2012 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 2012 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | SVX | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1900 mm |
