2006 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. Both 2006 Nissan Hardbody and 2010 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Hardbody.

Because 2006 Nissan Hardbody is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan Hardbody. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. (174 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Hardbody. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan Hardbody 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 Nissan Hardbody 2010 Cadillac BLS
Make Nissan Cadillac
Model Hardbody BLS
Year Released 2006 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1998 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.7 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 58 L


 

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