GMC Sierra 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 | GMC Sierra 1500Pro | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Pro | Sport |
| Body style | Truck (Regular Cab) | Truck (Crew Cab) |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2006 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | GMC Sierra 1500Pro | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $38,300 | $22,495 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $30,489 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $67,273 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $89,945 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 40 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | GMC Sierra 1500Pro | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 21 MPG | 26 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 24 gal (best) | 16.9 gal |
Performance
| Spec | GMC Sierra 1500Pro | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 310 hp (best) | 165 hp |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft (best) | 166 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.7 L (best) | 2.5 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | GMC Sierra 1500Pro | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 3 seats | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 2 | 4 (best) |
| Cargo volume | — | 77.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 9,000 lbs (best) | 2,400 lbs |
| Payload | 2,230 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,440 lbs | 3,610 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 7.9 in | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 126 in (best) | 104.3 in |
| Length | 211 in (best) | 193.3 in |
| Width | 81.2 in (best) | 70.1 in |
| Height | 75.7 in (best) | 65.1 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | GMC Sierra 1500Pro | Subaru BajaSport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | Not Rated |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | Not Rated |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 (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 | GMC Sierra 1500 | Subaru Baja |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pro $38,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Sport $22,495 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Pro $38,500 MSRP | Sport $23,295 MSRP |
| 3 | Pro $41,600 MSRP | Turbo $24,595 MSRP |
| 4 | Pro $44,200 MSRP | Turbo $25,595 MSRP |
| 5 | Pro $42,900 MSRP | Turbo $27,495 MSRP |
| 6 | Pro $43,100 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Pro $44,900 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Pro $47,500 MSRP | — |
| 9 | Pro $47,800 MSRP | — |
| 10 | SLE $48,700 MSRP | — |
| 11 | SLE $51,300 MSRP | — |
| 12 | SLE $52,000 MSRP | — |
| 13 | SLE $54,600 MSRP | — |
| 14 | SLE $54,900 MSRP | — |
| 15 | Elevation $50,500 MSRP | — |
| 16 | Elevation $53,300 MSRP | — |
| 17 | Elevation $50,800 MSRP | — |
| 18 | Elevation $53,600 MSRP | — |
| 19 | Elevation $53,800 MSRP | — |
| 20 | Elevation $56,600 MSRP | — |
| 21 | Elevation $56,900 MSRP | — |
| 22 | SLT $55,100 MSRP | — |
| 23 | SLT $58,200 MSRP | — |
| 24 | SLT $58,900 MSRP | — |
| 25 | Denali $66,100 MSRP | — |
| 26 | Denali $69,400 MSRP | — |
| 27 | Denali $69,900 MSRP | — |
| 28 | AT4 $67,000 MSRP | — |
| 29 | AT4 $67,500 MSRP | — |
| 30 | AT4X $79,600 MSRP | — |
| 31 | Denali Ultimate $84,400 MSRP | — |
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GMC Sierra 1500 vs Subaru Baja FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 GMC Sierra 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: 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2006 Subaru Baja starts lower at $22,495. Live GMC Sierra 1500 listings start at $30,489.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
- The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,495).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
- The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
- The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 leads on horsepower in this comparison (420).
- Which has better seats: 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
- The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 leads on seats in this comparison (6).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
- The 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (13,300).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 vs 2006 Subaru Baja?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: GMC Sierra 1500 (5/5 NHTSA overall); Subaru Baja (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).