2012 Porsche Cayman vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Porsche Cayman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Porsche Cayman would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (268 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac ATS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Cadillac ATS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS. 2013 Cadillac ATS has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Cayman 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:
| 2012 Porsche Cayman | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Porsche | Cadillac |
| Model | Cayman | ATS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4346 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1801 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1285 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2416 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
