2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 14 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 513 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 1994 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Ford Taurus X (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Taurus X | SVX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1107 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
