2004 Subaru Baja vs. 1998 Honda Capa
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1998 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 557 kg more than 1998 Honda Capa. 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 1998 Honda Capa. 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 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Capa. (136 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 1998 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Baja | Capa |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
