2011 Lotus Exige vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 558 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2006 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige 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:
| 2011 Lotus Exige | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Lotus | Cadillac |
| Model | Exige | BLS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 58 L |
