2001 Honda Life 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 Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (199 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 713 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ATS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Life 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Life | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Life | ATS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2776 mm |