2006 Cadillac DTS 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 DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac DTS. 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 DTS (396 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac DTS | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | DTS | Legacy |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |