2008 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Baja weights approximately 148 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 2006 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Focus | Baja |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 100.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |