2011 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 823 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 2011 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2011 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Pathfinder | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
Model | Pathfinder | BLS |
Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5600 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2283 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4884 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |