2005 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer 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 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Explorer (330 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Explorer | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 30 L |
