2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 6 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 68 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 235 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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 2012 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | BLS | Sedici |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
