2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Tata Indica
To start off, 2010 Tata Indica 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. 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 89 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 495 kg more than 2010 Tata Indica. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Tata |
| Model | BLS | Indica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 37 L |
