1998 BMW 318 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 BMW 318. 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | 318 | Baja |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |