2006 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2006 Audi A6 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 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 Audi A6 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A6 | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Audi | Cadillac |
Model | A6 | BLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3123 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |