2003 Subaru Baja vs. 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2003 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 79 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (85 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 374 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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2003 Subaru Baja | 1999 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Baja | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 2050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |