2008 Cadillac STS vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Cadillac STS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Cadillac STS would be higher. At 3,600 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2013 Subaru Outback. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2013 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 82 kg more than 2008 Cadillac STS.
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 @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Outback. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Outback.
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2008 Cadillac STS | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | STS | Outback |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 369 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |