2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (165 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (226 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
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2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Elantra | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
Torque | 184 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |