2006 Lexus IS vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Lexus IS. (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru SVX weights approximately 73 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS. 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, 1995 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus IS | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Lexus | Subaru |
| Model | IS | SVX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.4 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
