2005 Dodge Nitro 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 Dodge Nitro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Nitro would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 295 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Nitro. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Nitro | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Nitro | ATS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1865 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |