1995 Peugeot 406 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 406 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Peugeot | Cadillac |
| Model | 406 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
