2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX.
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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Tucson | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Tucson | SVX |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2656 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1668 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2620 mm |