2006 Holden Barina vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, both 2006 Holden Barina and 2006 Subaru Baja were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Holden Barina. 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Holden Barina. (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Holden Barina | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Baja |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
