2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 3 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (173 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 320 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 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. 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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Subaru Baja | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
Make | Subaru | Luxgen |
Model | Baja | Luxgen7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4845 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1876 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1768 mm |