2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Legacy | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.2 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
