2002 Ford Lynx vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Lynx would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Ford Lynx. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Ford Lynx. 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 2002 Ford Lynx. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Lynx. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Lynx | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Lynx | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
