2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac CTS-V and 2003 Mazda 6 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac CTS-V 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 2003 Cadillac CTS-V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6, 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS-V | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
