2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (165 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Yaris. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 569 kg more than 2004 Toyota Yaris. 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 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (280 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Baja | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1363 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
