2006 Nissan Primera 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 Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Primera. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Nissan Primera. 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 Nissan Primera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Primera | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Primera | BLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
