2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Cadillac STS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac STS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 Cadillac STS (369 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac STS | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | STS | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 369 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
