2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 8 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP) has 187 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 95 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.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Escalade (565 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Legacy. (289 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | Escalade | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 404 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 565 Nm | 289 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |