2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 78 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2008 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2008 Acura TL 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Acura | Cadillac |
| Model | TL | ATS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2772 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
