2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2012 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2012 Suzuki SX4 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Suzuki SX4. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki SX4. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2012 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Suzuki |
| Model | BLS | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
