2005 Subaru Legacy vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2005 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Subaru Legacy | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Legacy | CTS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
