2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Legacy. (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Legacy. 2012 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
Model | Legacy | Escalade |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |