2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1276 kg more than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger. 2004 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Ford Ranger | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Ranger | Baja |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |