2005 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 25 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 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 Hyundai Coupe. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Coupe. 2003 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Coupe has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Coupe 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 Hyundai Coupe | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Coupe | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |