2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac BLS and 2006 Ford Fusion were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Cadillac | Ford |
Model | BLS | Fusion |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |