2004 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Canyon would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Canyon weights approximately 145 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Canyon | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | Baja |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 64 L |
