2005 BMW 318 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318. 2003 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 318 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
