2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Baja. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Baja would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Baja | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
