2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 767 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 (343 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Familia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
