2003 Eagle Talon vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Eagle Talon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Eagle Talon.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Eagle Talon. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2003 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2003 Eagle Talon 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Eagle Talon | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Eagle | Cadillac |
| Model | Talon | BLS |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
