2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 260 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 2011 Honda Civic. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Subaru Baja | 2011 Honda Civic | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Baja | Civic |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 225 Nm | 174 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |