2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 395 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Hyundai | Cadillac |
| Model | Santa Fe | BLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
