2007 Ford Mondeo 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 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Mondeo (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (199 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 39 kg more than 2007 Ford Mondeo.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Cadillac ATS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mondeo (280 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (258 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Mondeo | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | Mondeo | ATS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1503 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 61 L |
