2000 Cadillac Imaj vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Cadillac Imaj. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Cadillac Imaj would be higher. At 4,228 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Imaj is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Imaj (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Imaj should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 Cadillac Imaj.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Imaj (553 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Imaj will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Cadillac Imaj 2009 Subaru Legacy
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model Imaj Legacy
Year Released 2000 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4228 cc 2455 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 420 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 553 Nm 231 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 1633 kg
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3110 mm 2680 mm


 

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