2005 Subaru Baja vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 BMW 325.
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, 1999 BMW 325 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 1999 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 1999 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Subaru | BMW |
| Model | Baja | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
