1995 Porsche 993 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (402 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 80 kg more than 1995 Porsche 993.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Porsche 993. 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (541 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Porsche 993 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 993 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
