2006 Ford Freestyle vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Freestyle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 114 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 146 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestyle | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Freestyle | ATS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
