2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (89 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo S40. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Baja | S40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
