2006 GMC Canyon vs. 2003 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 2,801 cc, 2006 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Baja. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2003 Subaru Baja. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Canyon (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Canyon | 2003 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Canyon | Baja |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2801 cc | 2457 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
