2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 270 kg more than 2004 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Cadillac CTS (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy. 2004 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2003 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2003 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac CTS 2004 Subaru Legacy
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model CTS Legacy
Year Released 2003 2004
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 196 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4840 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 64 L