2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Baja weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2003 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | SSR | Baja |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |