2006 Subaru Baja vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Baja | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1760 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
