2005 Cadillac Seville vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 354 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (259 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Seville | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
Model | Seville | ATS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |