2004 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 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, 2004 BMW M3 (355 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | M3 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
