2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Mazda B2300 is newer by 6 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 109 more horse power than 2009 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 715 kg more than 2009 Mazda B2300. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | B2300 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |