2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Kia Sportage. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Sportage. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportage | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
