2001 Kia Carens vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Carens. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Carens would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Kia Carens. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 377 kg more than 2001 Kia Carens. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Carens. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Carens. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Carens | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Carens | Baja |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
