2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi Allroad weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (381 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | Allroad | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
