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Dodge Ram 1500 vs Subaru Baja

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2010 Dodge Ram 1500

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2006 Subaru Baja

Overview

SpecDodge Ram 1500STSubaru BajaSport
Selected trimSTSport
Body styleTruck (Regular Cab)Truck (Crew Cab)
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission4-speed automatic5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20102006

Pricing & market

SpecDodge Ram 1500STSubaru BajaSport
MSRP$20,610 (best)$22,495
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecDodge Ram 1500STSubaru BajaSport
Combined MPG16 MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG14 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG20 MPG26 MPG (best)
Fuel tank26 gal (best)16.9 gal

Performance

SpecDodge Ram 1500STSubaru BajaSport
Horsepower215 hp (best)165 hp
Torque235 lb-ft (best)166 lb-ft
Engine size3.7 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecDodge Ram 1500STSubaru BajaSport
Seating3 seats4 seats (best)
Doors24 (best)
Cargo volume77.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity9,100 lbs (best)2,400 lbs
Payload1,480 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,545 lbs3,610 lbs (best)
Ground clearance9 in (best)8.4 in
Wheelbase120.5 in (best)104.3 in
Length209 in (best)193.3 in
Width79.4 in (best)70.1 in
Height74.6 in (best)65.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecDodge Ram 1500STSubaru BajaSport
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
Rollover3 / 5 ★ (best)Not Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)4 (best)9

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimDodge Ram 1500Subaru Baja
1

ST

$20,610 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$22,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

ST

$20,910 MSRP

Sport

$23,295 MSRP

3

ST

$24,665 MSRP

Turbo

$24,595 MSRP

4

ST

$28,510 MSRP

Turbo

$25,595 MSRP

5

ST

$25,065 MSRP

Turbo

$27,495 MSRP

6

ST

$25,365 MSRP

7

ST

$29,075 MSRP

8

ST

$31,730 MSRP

9

SLT

$24,855 MSRP

10

SLT

$25,155 MSRP

11

SLT

$28,865 MSRP

12

SLT

$31,020 MSRP

13

SLT

$28,425 MSRP

14

SLT

$28,725 MSRP

15

SLT

$32,085 MSRP

16

SLT

$34,240 MSRP

17

Laramie

$36,880 MSRP

18

Laramie

$39,035 MSRP

19

Laramie

$40,495 MSRP

20

Laramie

$42,650 MSRP

Dodge Ram 1500 vs Subaru Baja FAQ

Which is better: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 vs 2006 Subaru Baja on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 starts lower at $20,610.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (20,610).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (390).
Which has better seats: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 leads on seats in this comparison (6).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (10,450).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2010 Dodge Ram 1500 vs 2006 Subaru Baja?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Baja (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).