2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 307 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1193 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |