2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2011 Fiat Sedici is newer by 6 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 (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 180 kg more than 2011 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2011 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Baja | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
