2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 310 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Hilux 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:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Hilux | BLS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
