2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 831 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. 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 2003 Ford F-250. 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (495 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford F-250 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | F-250 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 64 L |
