Dodge Ram 1500 vs Subaru Baja
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2006 Subaru Baja
Overview
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | ST | Sport |
| Body style | Truck (Regular Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2010 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,610 (best) | $22,495 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 16 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 14 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 26 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 215 hp (best) | 165 hp |
| Torque | 235 lb-ft (best) | 166 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.7 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 3 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | — | 77.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 9,100 lbs (best) | 2,400 lbs |
| Payload | 1,480 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,545 lbs | 3,610 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 9 in (best) | 8.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 120.5 in (best) | 104.3 in |
| Length | 209 in (best) | 193.3 in |
| Width | 79.4 in (best) | 70.1 in |
| Height | 74.6 in (best) | 65.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Dodge Ram 1500ST | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | Not 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 pole | — | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 3 / 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.
| Trim | Dodge Ram 1500 | Subaru 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).