2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2001 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volvo V70 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volvo V70 weights approximately 74 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 2001 Volvo V70. 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, 2001 Volvo V70 (350 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Baja | 2001 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Baja | V70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 93.2 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |