2006 Audi A6 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A6 (329 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Audi A6.
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 (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A6 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | A6 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7 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 | 1275 kg | 1635 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 | 11.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
