2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,354 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 127 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (277 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
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2003 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Monte Carlo | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |