2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS

To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 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. Both 2006 Cadillac BLS and 2010 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 1,910 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac BLS 2010 Cadillac BLS
Make Cadillac Cadillac
Model BLS BLS
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1910 cc 1910 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 179 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1850 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 210 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 9.1 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 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.1 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 58 L


 

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