1997 Pontiac Trans Sport 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 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 192 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Trans Sport | Baja |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
