2006 Fiat Strada 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 Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 2,792 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Strada. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (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 Strada. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2006 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Strada | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Fiat | Cadillac |
| Model | Strada | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2792 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
