2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1997 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 12 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1997 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 521 kg more than 1997 Subaru SVX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1997 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Avalanche | SVX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
