1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 15 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 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 384 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | SVX | A8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
