2006 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (226 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1992 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
