2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 5 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 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 261 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Baja | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
