2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Palio II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Palio II would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 223 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Palio II | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Palio II | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1241 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
