2003 BMW M3 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 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 BMW M3. 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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | BMW | Subaru |
Model | M3 | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |