2010 Cadillac BLS vs. 2006 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo XC70 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Cadillac BLS | 2006 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Volvo |
| Model | BLS | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2519 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
