2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1996 Volvo V90
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 V90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo V90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. 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 V90. 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Subaru | Volvo |
| Model | Baja | V90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
