2007 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja. 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, 2007 BMW X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja. 2007 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | X5 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 30 L |
