2004 Subaru Baja vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1072 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Subaru Baja | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Baja | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 106 L |
