2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 155 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2009 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2009 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2009 Cadillac BLS 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Cadillac Subaru
Model BLS Legacy
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2792 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 252 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 74.8 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1635 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 64 L