2003 Kia Sorento vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,457 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Sorento | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
