2004 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 6 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 235 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. 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) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | SVX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
