2013 Cadillac SRX vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2013 Cadillac SRX and 2013 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac SRX (304 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1437 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2013 Cadillac SRX (359 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2. 2013 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Cadillac SRX | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | SRX | 2 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2480 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4834 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2807 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
