2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Avenger. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Avenger | Baja |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
