2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 400 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 (264 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1192 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |