2003 Acura EL vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura EL 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 86 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Acura | Subaru |
Model | EL | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |