2003 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 245 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, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Silverado | ATS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2772 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
