2007 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2007 Ford Ka 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 444 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. 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 Ka. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka. 2005 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2007 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Baja |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
