2007 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 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 27 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Civic | Baja |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2458 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |