2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2010 Opel Astra
To start off, 2010 Opel Astra is newer by 4 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, 2010 Opel Astra (239 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 117 kg more than 2010 Opel Astra.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Opel Astra. 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, 2010 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 2010 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Subaru | Opel |
| Model | Baja | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 52 L |
