2006 Kia Sedona 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 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sedona. (244 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Kia Sedona. 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 2006 Kia Sedona. 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 (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sedona. (343 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sedona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sedona | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sedona | ATS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
