2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 347 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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 2002 Ford Focus. 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 (225 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1232 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
