2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | CX-9 | Baja |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |