2009 Acura TL vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ATS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | TL | ATS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |