2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda DrifterX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda DrifterX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda DrifterX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | DrifterX | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
