2007 Subaru Forester vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru SVX weights approximately 135 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Subaru Forester | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Forester | SVX |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |