1996 Hyundai Lantra 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 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (112 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 354 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 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 (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Hyundai Lantra. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1996 Hyundai Lantra has manual transmission. 1996 Hyundai Lantra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
Model | Lantra | ATS |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2776 mm |