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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 855 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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 | 4300 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1805 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |