2004 BMW 535 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2004 BMW 535 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 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 535 weights approximately 100 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 2004 BMW 535. 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 BMW 535 (561 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 535 | Baja |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 30 L |