2008 GMC Sierra vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 GMC Sierra 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 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Sierra.
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, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Sierra | Baja |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 64 L |
