1999 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 121 more horse power than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Baja |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2660 mm |
