2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac BLS and 2006 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Lexus IS.
Because 2006 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Lexus IS | |
Make | Cadillac | Lexus |
Model | BLS | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |