2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Outback 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 25 more horse power than 2000 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 304 kg more than 2000 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Outback 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, 2000 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | CTS | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
