2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1254 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Silverado | SVX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2874 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6340 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1310 mm |
