2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 Subaru SVX. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 71 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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 Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tahoe | SVX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 311 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1310 mm |
