2009 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 200 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Passat | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Cadillac |
| Model | Passat | BLS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |
