2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 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 1 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 225 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Porsche 911 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
Model | 911 | ATS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3596 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 11.5 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |