2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1994 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 15 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 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Subaru SVX. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Subaru SVX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru SVX weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1994 Subaru SVX | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | CX-7 | SVX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3318 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
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 | 1332 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |