2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 37 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (137 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 Nissan X-Trail 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | BLS | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |