2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 665 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. 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 Chrysler Voyager (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Voyager | Baja |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2766 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
