2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 345 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1443 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
