2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 262 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 Chrysler 300. 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 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | 300 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2660 mm |
