2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac SRX 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 281 kg more than 2008 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | SRX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
