2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (178 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 559 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (225 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
Model | CTS | MX-5 Miata |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1147 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 48 L |