2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze 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 (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
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2006 Subaru Baja | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
Model | Baja | Cruze |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 59 L |