2009 Nissan Maxima vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Maxima (291 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Maxima. 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 Maxima (354 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Maxima | Baja |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 354 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4841 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |