2005 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 620 kg more than 1994 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 Mercedes-Benz R (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | R | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
