2007 Audi A4 vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 342 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A4 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1278 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
