2001 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Holden Astra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Holden Astra. 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Holden Astra | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Astra | BLS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
