1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 890 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur. 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, 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Subaru |
| Model | Silver Spur | Baja |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2470 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 64 L |
