2000 Acura TL vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2000 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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, 2000 Acura TL, 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | ATS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| 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 | 1575 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
