2008 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc, 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 BMW 330.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 330 | Baja |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2457 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 99.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 30 L |