2004 Citroen C5 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 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C5 | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | C5 | BLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 58 L |