2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 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 2,458 cc, 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 (225 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
