1998 Dodge Ram vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Dodge Ram. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1998 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 560 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1998 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 1998 Dodge Ram 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | ATS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2776 mm |
