2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 475 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |