2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Maxima. (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |
