2005 Ford Thunderbird 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 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 182 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Thunderbird. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Thunderbird | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Thunderbird | ATS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3933 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
