2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord 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 157 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 212 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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 2005 Honda Accord. 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) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Accord | ATS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.5 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |