2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 58 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 191 kg more than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Baja | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 152 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
