2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2009 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2009 Toyota iQ is newer by 6 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 70 more horse power than 2009 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 2009 Toyota iQ. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Subaru Baja | 2009 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Baja | iQ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2000 mm |