2001 Toyota Altezza 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 Toyota Altezza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Altezza 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 108 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Altezza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Toyota Altezza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Altezza. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Altezza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Altezza | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Altezza | ATS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
