2009 Ford Flex 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 Ford Flex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Flex would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Flex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 564 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex. 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 Ford Flex. 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 (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Flex | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Ford | Cadillac |
Model | Flex | ATS |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 262 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |