2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2002 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 225 kg more than 2002 Cadillac CTS.
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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 230 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2270 mm |