2003 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 539 kg more than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 2012 Toyota Yaris. 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Yaris. 2012 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Baja | 2012 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Baja | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1041 kg |