2004 Lexus GX vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 9 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 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, 2004 Lexus GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | GX | SVX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
