2000 Mazda 626 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 370 kg more than 2000 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda 626 | 2011 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 626 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
