2000 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Lantra 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 77 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Lantra. 2003 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2000 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 2000 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Hyundai Lantra | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Lantra | Baja |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |