2002 Cadillac CTS vs. 2002 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2002 Cadillac CTS and 2002 Mazda Tribute 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 90 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 193 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Tribute 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, 2002 Cadillac CTS (296 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 2002 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac CTS | 2002 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3173 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1618 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
