2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (317 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 21 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Silverado | ATS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1549 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |