2003 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 330 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Toyota 4Runner | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | 4Runner | ATS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
