2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,457 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 897 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (319 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Baja | Swift |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
