2009 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 190 kg more than 2009 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 225 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | A4 | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |