2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 435 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Express | Baja |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |
