2004 BMW 318 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2004 BMW 318 and 2004 Subaru Baja were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 189 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 2004 BMW 318. 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 (225 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 318 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 318 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
