2006 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A4 and 2006 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 95 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2006 Audi A4 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:
2006 Audi A4 | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A4 | BLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.6 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 | 1365 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |