2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 490 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio. 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 2011 Kia Rio. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio 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. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Baja | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Baja | Rio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
