1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 26 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
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1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
Model | Project Vantage | Baja |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |