2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 549 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 43 L |
