2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 4 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 15 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 11 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | CR-V | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |