2003 Vauxhall Corsa 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 Vauxhall Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Corsa 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 243 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 635 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Vauxhall Corsa. 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall Corsa. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2003 Vauxhall Corsa has manual transmission. 2003 Vauxhall Corsa 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.

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2003 Vauxhall Corsa 2013 Cadillac ATS
Make Vauxhall Cadillac
Model Corsa ATS
Year Released 2003 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1199 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 935 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 3830 mm 4643 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1806 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2776 mm