2009 Dodge Durango vs. 2006 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Baja. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 181 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 Dodge Durango. 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Baja. 2009 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Baja has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Baja will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Durango | 2006 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Durango | Baja |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 64 L |
