2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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 130 more horse power than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 512 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2006 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Cadillac ATS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Land Rover | Cadillac |
| Model | Discovery | ATS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2082 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 61 L |
