2008 Audi A6 vs. 1996 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 12 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru SVX (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Audi A6. (177 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Because 1996 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1996 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Audi | Subaru |
| Model | A6 | SVX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1310 mm |
