1994 Audi A6 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Audi A6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1994 Audi A6. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Audi A6. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Audi A6. (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
