2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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 (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | CTS | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |