2001 Acura TL vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 3 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, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura TL. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | TL | SVX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |