2006 Volkswagen New Beetle vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, both 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 Volkswagen New Beetle | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
Model | New Beetle | BLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |