2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2005 Vauxhall Signum
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Signum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja 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 90 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 242 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. 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 2005 Vauxhall Signum. 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Signum. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Signum.
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2004 Subaru Baja | 2005 Vauxhall Signum | |
Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
Model | Baja | Signum |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2840 mm |