2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 416 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Baja | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Baja | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2789 mm |