2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 650 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.
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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja. 2003 Porsche Cayenne has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Porsche | Subaru |
Model | Cayenne | Baja |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3164 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.9 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |