2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda 626 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 148 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 626. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 498 kg more than 1996 Mazda 626. 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 626. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | BLS | 626 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2620 mm |
