2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 64 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Accord | BLS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 58 L |