2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (264 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 338 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 76 L |