2003 Cadillac V Sixteen vs. 2003 Subaru Outback

To start off, both 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen and 2003 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 13,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen (1,001 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 836 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Outback. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen weights approximately 825 kg more than 2003 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback 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 V Sixteen (1,356 Nm) has 1131 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Outback. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Cadillac V Sixteen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Cadillac V Sixteen 2003 Subaru Outback
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model V Sixteen Outback
Year Released 2003 2003
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 13600 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 16 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 1001 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 1356 Nm 225 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.6:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 5680 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 3560 mm 2530 mm


 

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