2005 Porsche 911 vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
