2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa 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 56 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 444 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 Nissan Versa. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Baja | Versa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1066 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 41 L |
