2007 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2007 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 4 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. 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 2007 Buick LaCrosse. 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2007 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick LaCrosse | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | LaCrosse | Baja |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 164 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
