2003 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mondeo 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 153 more horse power than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 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 2003 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 (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Mondeo. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2003 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:
| 2003 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mondeo | ATS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
