2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 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 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 163 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 401 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |