2005 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 12 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Accord. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1532 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |