2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 6 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 8 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (155 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 148 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 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 2010 Chevrolet HHR. 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 (225 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet HHR. (203 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet HHR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Baja | HHR |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
