2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Subaru Baja

To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Baja (164 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.

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 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Baja.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Liberty 2003 Subaru Baja
Make Jeep Subaru
Model Liberty Baja
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2801 cc 2457 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 164 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 94.1 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 100 mm 79 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4920 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2660 mm


 

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