2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 13 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 443 kg more than 2007 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Baja |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1137 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
