2009 Lincoln MKZ 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 Lincoln MKZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lincoln MKZ 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 54 more horse power than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 141 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lincoln MKZ. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lincoln MKZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lincoln MKZ | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Lincoln | Cadillac |
| Model | MKZ | ATS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |
