2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 40 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. 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 2011 Mazda 5. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Baja | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
