2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 7 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 22 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
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 (319 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (270 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Baja | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
