2005 Toyota Corolla vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 60 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Corolla 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:
| 2005 Toyota Corolla | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corolla | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
