2001 Ford F-650 vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-650 would be higher. At 7,300 cc, 2001 Ford F-650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-650. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-650. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 282 kg more than 2001 Ford F-650. 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 2001 Ford F-650. 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, 2001 Ford F-650 (1,166 Nm) has 941 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-650 | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-650 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7300 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1166 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1580 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 4930 mm | 2680 mm |
