2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 15 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 62 kg more than 2011 Ford Maverick. 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Baja | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Subaru | Ford |
| Model | Baja | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
