2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2000 Cadillac Catera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 286 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Catera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Cadillac Catera. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Cadillac Catera.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Catera 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Catera Legacy
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2962 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 256 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 85 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1746 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4930 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 64 L


 

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