2010 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 690 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 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X5 | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | X5 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2150 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 58 L |
