2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
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 5,965 cc, 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
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 (536 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | CTS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1994 cc |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
