2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 112 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Altima. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Subaru Baja | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Subaru | Nissan |
Model | Baja | Altima |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |