2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1352 kg more than 2001 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 (515 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Legacy |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 176 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |