2000 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS

To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 13 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 598 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.

Because 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2013 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. 2013 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 2013 Cadillac CTS
Make Mazda Cadillac
Model Familia CTS
Year Released 2000 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 129 HP 314 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 11.3
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1768 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4788 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1442 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 68 L