2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1007 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade 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 2010 Cadillac Escalade. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Cadillac BLS. 2010 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2006 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2006 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Cadillac | Cadillac |
| Model | BLS | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 98 L |
