2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 435 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 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS. 2010 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Cadillac BLS 2010 Toyota Sienna
Make Cadillac Toyota
Model BLS Sienna
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 174 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 265 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 5105 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1966 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 3030 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 76 L


 

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