1996 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 2006 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Subaru Outback is newer by 10 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Outback. (250 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 118 kg more than 2006 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 2006 Subaru Outback 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, 1996 Cadillac Eldorado (406 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Outback. (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Cadillac Eldorado | 2006 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Outback |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |