2004 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Quest would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Quest weights approximately 360 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.
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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Quest. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Quest | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | Quest | BLS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3294 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |