2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Pod. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Pod would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 640 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (226 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Baja | Pod |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
