2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2008 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Toyota Previa is newer by 3 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 2,458 cc, 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (165 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Previa. (154 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Previa weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Previa. 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 (226 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Subaru Baja | 2008 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Baja | Previa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
Torque | 226 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 75 L |