2006 Kia Sportage 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 Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 140 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 (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Kia Sportage 2013 Cadillac ATS
Make Kia Cadillac
Model Sportage ATS
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2656 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 172 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 246 Nm 353 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 9.5
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1670 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 4360 mm 4643 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1806 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2776 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.4 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 61 L


 

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