2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 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, 2006 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6. 2004 Subaru Baja has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | 6 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 30 L |
