2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |