2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Subaru Baja

To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 440 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.

Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Buick Terraza 2003 Subaru Baja
Make Buick Subaru
Model Terraza Baja
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 197 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 298 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2020 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2660 mm


 

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