2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 105 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 2009 Honda Accord. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |