2009 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 GMC Yukon would be higher. At 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 200 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.
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 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | GMC | Cadillac |
| Model | Yukon | ATS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
