2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 109 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volvo S60 (400 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Baja | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Baja | S60 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2519 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1689 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |