2002 Subaru Outback vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Outback 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 56 more horse power than 2002 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2002 Subaru Outback.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Outback. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Outback | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Outback | Baja |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
