2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 12 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 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 269 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | SRX | SVX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 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 | 1889 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
