2001 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Subaru Forester 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 145 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 145 kg more than 2001 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Forester. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2001 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2001 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
| Model | Forester | ATS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2775 mm |
