2002 Audi A8 vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,697 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1994 Subaru SVX. 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, 2002 Audi A8 (360 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A8 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
