1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda HR-V. 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | HR-V | Baja |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |