2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Mazda Tribute
To start off, both 2003 Cadillac CTS and 2003 Mazda Tribute were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
