2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Baja | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
