2002 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Sierra weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 GMC Sierra (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 2002 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 GMC Sierra | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
