2005 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Renault Grand Scenic 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 31 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Grand Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Grand Scenic | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
