2009 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 BMW 730 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2006 Subaru Baja. 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 2009 BMW 730. 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, 2009 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 730 | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | BMW | Subaru |
| Model | 730 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
