2009 Nissan Versa 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 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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 Nissan Versa. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Versa | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Versa | ATS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
