2009 Audi TT 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 TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi TT 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 117 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 675 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS will offer significantly more control. 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 (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | TT | ATS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
