1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2012 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2012 Toyota RAV4 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 62 kg more than 2012 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru SVX | 2012 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | SVX | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3318 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1684 mm |