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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Legacy. (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | BLS | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |