2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Piranha | Baja |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
