2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 402 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 XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2007 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Baja | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Baja | XC90 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1982 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |