2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 8 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Baja | 2012 BMW X3 | |
Make | Subaru | BMW |
Model | Baja | X3 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 67 L |