2003 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 752 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
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2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tahoe | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |