2008 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Trajet 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 2,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 76 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. 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 (319 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Trajet. (255 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Trajet | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Trajet | Baja |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
