DXF is the CAD exchange standard, SVG is the web standard for scalable graphics. Both are vector but designed for completely different workflows.
| Criteria | DXF | SVG |
|---|---|---|
| CAD compatibility | ✓ | ✗ |
| Web display | ✗ | ✓ |
| Layers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Georeferencing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Interactivity | ✗ | ✓ |
For AutoCAD/NanoCAD, engineering drawings, topography.
For websites, infographics, editing in Inkscape/Illustrator.