1993 Subaru Impreza vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 342 kg more than 1993 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1993 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Impreza. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Impreza. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1993 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 1993 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Subaru Impreza | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Subaru | Cadillac |
Model | Impreza | BLS |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |