2008 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2008 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 340 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | SRX | SVX |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 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 | 342 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |