1993 Ford Contour vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Contour would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1993 Ford Contour. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Contour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 257 kg more than 1993 Ford Contour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Contour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Contour. (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Ford Contour | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Contour | ATS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |