2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | BLS | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
