2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2006 Fiat Stilo and 2006 Cadillac BLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 60 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Stilo | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
Model | Stilo | BLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |