2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (153 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2646 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2660 mm |