2005 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 1 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Croma. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Fiat Croma. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Croma | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Croma | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 30 L |
