2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Sierra (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Sierra weights approximately 195 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Baja |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
