1993 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2006 Mazda 5
To start off, 2006 Mazda 5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 5.
Because 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2006 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Fleetwood | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
