2009 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 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 107 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 503 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Altima | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
