2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac CTS and 2002 Mazda Spiano were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,173 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 838 kg more than 2002 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano, 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | Spiano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3173 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 220 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |