2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 355 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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | CR-V |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |