2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | C5 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
