2002 Pontiac Grand Am 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 Pontiac Grand Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Grand Am would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (170 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 224 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 Pontiac Grand Am. 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 (319 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am. (264 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Grand Am | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Grand Am | Baja |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |