2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lancia Phedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lancia Phedra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 273 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Phedra. (264 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Lancia Phedra | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | BLS | Phedra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1773 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |