2007 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 3,178 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2007 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Alfa Romeo GT | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
Model | GT | ATS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3178 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 236 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |