2008 Audi A3 vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru SVX weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Audi A3.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A3 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
