2004 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,988 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Viper (500 HP) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 Dodge Viper.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Dodge Viper. 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 Dodge Viper (712 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Viper | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Viper | Baja |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7988 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
