2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2006 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 921 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2006 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mazda Familia | 2006 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
Model | Familia | CTS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |