2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
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 Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 635 kg more than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
