2011 Peugeot 408 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 408 is newer by 7 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 408. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 408.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Peugeot 408. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot 408. 2004 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Peugeot 408 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 408 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1815 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1525 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
