2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mazda Marathon
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Cadillac CTS would be higher. 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 148 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Marathon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 158 kg more than 2005 Mazda Marathon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Marathon. (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Marathon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mazda Marathon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Marathon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Van |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2260 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 10 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1517 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |
