2003 Subaru Baja vs. 1996 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Outback (165 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Outback. (221 Nm). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Baja | 1996 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Baja | Outback |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
