2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 245 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.
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, 2008 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Cadillac |
| Model | 300 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 340 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
