2010 Citroen Berlingo vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Citroen Berlingo 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
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 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen Berlingo. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2010 Citroen Berlingo has manual transmission. 2010 Citroen Berlingo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Citroen Berlingo | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Berlingo | BLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 58 L |
