2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 454 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Pathfinder | Baja |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2033 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
