2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, 2011 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Baja (210 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 525 kg more than 2005 Subaru Baja.

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 Hyundai Terracan (345 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2011 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Baja 2011 Hyundai Terracan
Make Subaru Hyundai
Model Baja Terracan
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 2902 cc
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 161 HP
Torque 319 Nm 345 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 18.4:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1637 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1660 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 75 L


 

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