2006 Audi S4 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 S4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi S4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 will offer significantly more control. 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 S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi S4 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Audi | Cadillac |
| Model | S4 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
