2003 BMW X Activity vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2003 BMW X Activity is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW X Activity (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW X Activity weights approximately 10 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X Activity | SVX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
