2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 90 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Spider | Baja |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
