2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
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 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | BLS | C5 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |