1999 Acura EL vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL 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 141 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 451 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. 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 1999 Acura EL. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 1999 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1999 Acura EL 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:
| 1999 Acura EL | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | EL | ATS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2775 mm |
