2005 Ford Ranger vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2005 Ford Ranger and 2005 Subaru Baja were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 429 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ranger | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1637 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 64 L |
