2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 19 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2009 Kia Rio | |
Make | Cadillac | Kia |
Model | BLS | Rio |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1519 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |