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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 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 1083 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.
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 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 102 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 | 5328 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |
