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Mazda B4000 vs Subaru Baja

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

Vehicles

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2009 Mazda B4000

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2006 Subaru Baja

Overview

SpecMazda B4000B4000Subaru BajaSport
Selected trimB4000Sport
Body styleTruck (Cab Plus)Truck (Crew Cab)
Drivetrainfour wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedregular unleaded
Transmission5-speed manual5-speed manual
Engine typegasgas
Model year20092006

Pricing & market

SpecMazda B4000B4000Subaru BajaSport
MSRP$22,150 (best)$22,495
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecMazda B4000B4000Subaru BajaSport
Combined MPG16 MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG15 MPG20 MPG (best)
Highway MPG19 MPG26 MPG (best)
Fuel tank19.5 gal (best)16.9 gal

Performance

SpecMazda B4000B4000Subaru BajaSport
Horsepower207 hp (best)165 hp
Torque238 lb-ft (best)166 lb-ft
Engine size4 L (best)2.5 L
CylindersV6flat 4

Size & capability

SpecMazda B4000B4000Subaru BajaSport
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume77.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,600 lbs (best)2,400 lbs
Payload1,260 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,662 lbs3,610 lbs (best)
Ground clearance7.9 in8.4 in (best)
Wheelbase125.9 in (best)104.3 in
Length202.9 in (best)193.3 in
Width70.3 in (best)70.1 in
Height67.5 in (best)65.1 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMazda B4000B4000Subaru BajaSport
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (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.

TrimMazda B4000Subaru Baja
1

B4000

$22,150 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Sport

$22,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Sport

$23,295 MSRP

3

Turbo

$24,595 MSRP

4

Turbo

$25,595 MSRP

5

Turbo

$27,495 MSRP

Mazda B4000 vs Subaru Baja FAQ

Which is better: 2009 Mazda B4000 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2009 Mazda B4000 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: 2009 Mazda B4000 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Mazda B4000 starts lower at $22,150.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2009 Mazda B4000 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2009 Mazda B4000 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (22,150).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2009 Mazda B4000 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2009 Mazda B4000 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2006 Subaru Baja leads on horsepower in this comparison (210).
Which has better seats: 2009 Mazda B4000 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2009 Mazda B4000 leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2009 Mazda B4000 or 2006 Subaru Baja?
The 2009 Mazda B4000 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,600).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2009 Mazda B4000 vs 2006 Subaru Baja?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Subaru Baja (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).