2008 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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 2,458 cc, 2006 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Baja (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2006 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. 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 (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Baja |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |