2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 264 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | ATS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
