2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Dodge | Cadillac |
Model | Intrepid | BLS |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |