2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 855 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.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Express | ATS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
