2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 385 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | BLS | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
