2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 594 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
| Model | BLS | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |
