2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 605 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Cadillac |
| Model | ML | ATS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
