2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2008 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2008 Fiat Stilo is newer by 2 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 2008 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
Model | BLS | Stilo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |