1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 770 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express 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 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 BLS (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Express. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Express | BLS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2792 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2680 mm |
