2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 568 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac CTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda 3 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | 3 | CTS |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1868 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
