2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 305 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2010 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda S-MX | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | S-MX | BLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |