2010 Cadillac CTS vs. 2011 Mazda 5
To start off, 2011 Mazda 5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Cadillac CTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Cadillac CTS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac CTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 271 kg more than 2011 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 5, 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, 2010 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac CTS | 2011 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | CTS | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1756 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1504 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
