2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Cadillac SRX 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 173 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (148 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 568 kg more than 2010 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy. 2009 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 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.
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2009 Cadillac SRX | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Cadillac | Subaru |
Model | SRX | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2126 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1535 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |