2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 479 kg more than 1996 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 SRX (342 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Subaru Legacy. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1996 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | SRX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2530 mm |
