1997 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Seville (275 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 215 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Cadillac Seville (408 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | ATS |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |