2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (204 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 104 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | BLS | C5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2946 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
