2002 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac DeVille (275 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 DeVille (406 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac DeVille | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DeVille | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
