2002 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (222 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo 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:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mondeo | ATS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 61 L |
