2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Drifter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Drifter would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Drifter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2005 Mazda Drifter 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, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1560 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
