2002 Ford Ka vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka 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 29 more horse power than 2002 Ford Ka. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 444 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka. 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 2002 Ford Ka. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Ka. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
