1991 Subaru Legacy vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 840 kg more than 1991 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Cadillac SRX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Subaru Legacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Legacy. (164 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Legacy | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Legacy | SRX |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2807 mm |
