1999 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1999 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 De Tomaso Guara | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Subaru |
| Model | Guara | Baja |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
