2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 9 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Infiniti EX. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2012 Infiniti EX 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. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Baja | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Subaru | Infiniti |
| Model | Baja | EX |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2799 mm |
