2006 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 2005 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Baja weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2005 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | 2005 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | B | Baja |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 64 L |
