2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (173 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda S2000 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S2000 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
