2010 Volkswagen Rabbit vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 283 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Rabbit | ATS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2480 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| 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 | 1247 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1805 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
