1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1996 Renault Safrane and 2010 Cadillac BLS are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 41 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Safrane | BLS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 58 L |
