2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1998 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (280 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7. 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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (536 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1998 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | RX-7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |