2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Mazda Etude
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 455 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Mazda Etude | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | Etude |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
