2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Spiano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Spiano would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (396 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 965 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Spiano, 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Spiano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
