2007 Cadillac STS vs. 2005 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac STS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 2005 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | STS | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
