2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2007 Audi A3
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 23 kg more than 2007 Audi A3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Audi A3 (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2007 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Audi |
| Model | Baja | A3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
