2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2006 Cadillac BLS and 1994 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 260 kg more than 1994 Toyota Carina. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Carina. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | BLS | Carina |
Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |