1996 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,944 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 506 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (226 Nm). This means 1996 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Discovery | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Land Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Discovery | Baja |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3944 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
