2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 280 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Cadillac | Toyota |
Model | BLS | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 100 L |