2006 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru SVX weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru SVX will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Porsche 911 | 1993 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
