1996 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP) has 248 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1202 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Legacy | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 403 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3302 mm |
