2005 Honda HR-V 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 HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 253 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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 2005 Honda HR-V. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | HR-V | Baja |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |