2011 Volkswagen CC vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC is newer by 8 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 26 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen CC. (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 30 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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 2011 Volkswagen CC. 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen CC | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Volkswagen | Subaru |
Model | CC | Baja |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4799 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1855 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2660 mm |