2008 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 5 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 150 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A4 | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Baja |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 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 |