2007 Toyota Yaris vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Toyota Yaris | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
Model | Yaris | BLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |