2006 Subaru Baja vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 7 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 4,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ferrari 458 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ferrari 458. 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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Subaru Baja | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Subaru | Ferrari |
| Model | Baja | 458 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 86 L |
