2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 172 kg more than 2009 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 (343 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
