2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 646 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 Cadillac SRX (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac SRX | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
| Model | SRX | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
