2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma 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 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 69 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Croma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Croma | Baja |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 64 L |
