2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Cadillac CTS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2990 mm |
