1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 14 kg more than 1999 Cadillac Catera.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 (370 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Catera | Legacy |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3001 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 335 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |