1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Porsche 911.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 911 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 911 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3594 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
