2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Expedition | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2620 mm |
