2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 Buick Verano
To start off, 2012 Buick Verano is newer by 6 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 (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Buick Verano. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2012 Buick Verano.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Buick Verano. 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Buick Verano. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Buick Verano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 2012 Buick Verano | |
| Make | Subaru | Buick |
| Model | Baja | Verano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
