2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 43 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
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, 2004 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Baja |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2530 mm |
