2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1997 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 393 kg more than 1997 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Cadillac Eldorado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Legacy. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado has automatic transmission and 1997 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1997 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1997 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Eldorado | Legacy |
Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |