2007 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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 Dodge Ram. 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
| Model | Ram | ATS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |
