2008 Renault Kangoo vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2008 Renault Kangoo is newer by 2 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Kangoo. (185 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Kangoo. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Kangoo has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Kangoo 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:
| 2008 Renault Kangoo | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Kangoo | BLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1460 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
