2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 Dodge Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 163 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 390 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Sprinter | ATS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |