1998 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Honda Accord. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 322 kg more than 1998 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Accord | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Accord | Baja |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
