2005 Ford Taurus vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Ford Taurus 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Taurus. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (266 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
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2005 Ford Taurus | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Taurus | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 30 L |