2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora 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 94 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Baja | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
Model | Baja | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |