2002 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 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, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
