2009 Audi R8 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi R8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi R8 would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (518 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi R8 weights approximately 50 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.
Both vehicles are all wheel drive (AWD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Audi R8 (530 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi R8 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi R8 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:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | R8 | ATS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
