2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac DTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac DTS would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | DTS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |
