2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 8 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, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 120 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Audi A3. 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, 2011 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Baja | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Baja | A3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
