2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 218 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. 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 2005 Suzuki Forenza. 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) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Baja | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
Model | Baja | Forenza |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |