2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 466 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.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Cadillac |
| Model | CX-9 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |
