2001 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit 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 183 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 540 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Fit | ATS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 61 L |