2001 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 215 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Thunderbird. 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Thunderbird | ATS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2772 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
