2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 480 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Legacy | ATS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2772 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
