2004 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 122 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Corvette | Baja |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 319 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |