1997 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 675 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Lotec | Subaru |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Baja |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2458 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1510 kg |
