2004 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS

To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2004 Audi A6 2006 Cadillac BLS
Make Audi Cadillac
Model A6 BLS
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 149 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 12.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 250 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.8 seconds 9.6 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.1 L/100km 6.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 58 L