2011 Lada Niva vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Lada Niva 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 236 more horse power than 2011 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 2011 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 285 kg more than 2011 Lada Niva. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lada Niva. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2011 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2011 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lada Niva | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Lada | Cadillac |
| Model | Niva | ATS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1688 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
