2000 Subaru Legacy vs. 1995 Subaru SVX

To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Subaru Legacy 1995 Subaru SVX
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy SVX
Year Released 2000 1995
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3318 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Horse Power 153 HP 218 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 196 Nm 301 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 96.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 75 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1620 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1310 mm


 

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