2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
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 Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 198 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
