1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 72 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Catera | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1633 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |