2003 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Saab 05-Sep would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 22 kg more than 2003 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Saab 05-Sep | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Saab | Subaru |
| Model | 05-Sep | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
