2008 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1995 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Freelander (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 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 Land Rover Freelander (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Freelander | 1995 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Freelander | SVX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3192 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
