2002 Cadillac Catera vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac Catera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac Catera would be higher. At 2,961 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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, 2002 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Legacy. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Legacy. 2002 Cadillac Catera has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac Catera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac Catera | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Catera | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2961 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |