2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2007 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2007 Holden Captiva is newer by 3 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Holden Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Holden Captiva (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Holden Captiva weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Holden Captiva (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Holden Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja. 2007 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2007 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Subaru | Holden |
| Model | Baja | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
