2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 03-Sep would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.

Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Saab 03-Sep. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Subaru Baja 2003 Saab 03-Sep
Make Subaru Saab
Model Baja 03-Sep
Year Released 2004 2003
Body Type Pickup Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 265 Nm
Engine Bore Size 100.1 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 9.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1637 kg 1642 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 61 L


 

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