2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2008 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2008 Toyota Matrix is newer by 5 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Matrix weights approximately 1001 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Matrix. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Baja | 2008 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Baja | Matrix |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
