2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Chevrolet Optra
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac BLS and 2006 Chevrolet Optra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Chevrolet Optra | |
Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
Model | BLS | Optra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |