2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac BLS and 2006 Ford Bantam 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) has 100 more horse power than 2006 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 215 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | BLS | Bantam |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1297 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 265 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |