2006 Nissan Almera vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2006 Nissan Almera 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 207 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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 (320 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Almera. (161 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Almera. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Almera 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 Nissan Almera | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | Almera | BLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1910 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 149 HP |
Torque | 161 Nm | 320 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1253 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |