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.
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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 |