2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 615 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 Volkswagen Touareg (401 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Baja | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Baja | Touareg |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 401 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 2194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 100 L |