2002 Acura MDX vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,470 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura MDX weights approximately 440 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura MDX | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | MDX | ATS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3470 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |