2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 44 kg more than 2011 Subaru Outback.
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, 2011 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Baja | Outback |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 70 L |
