2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2002 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Daihatsu YRV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Daihatsu YRV would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 570 kg more than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Daihatsu YRV 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 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2002 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Cadillac | Daihatsu |
| Model | BLS | YRV |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 36 L |
