2009 Renault Clio vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio 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, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 405 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Renault Clio | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
