2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Altima | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
