2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 8 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. 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, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Baja | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1579 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
