2001 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 80 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 all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 AC Aceca. 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | Aceca | ATS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
