1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Seville | Legacy |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |