2005 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 2 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Audi A4.
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, 2005 Audi A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2003 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |