1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 530 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Suburban | ATS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2776 mm |