2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2000 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 Honda Prelude. 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2000 Honda Prelude | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Prelude |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |