2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 390 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |