2005 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Mazda 6

To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.

Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja. 2011 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Subaru Baja 2011 Mazda 6
Make Subaru Mazda
Model Baja 6
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Pickup Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2457 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 163 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1484 kg
Vehicle Length 4740 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1839 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2789 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 70 L


 

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