2004 Ford Focus 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 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,457 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Baja |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
