2009 Kia Magentis vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Magentis (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Magentis. 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 Kia Magentis (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Magentis | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
