1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Impreza. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (407 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | Eldorado | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
