2001 Kia Rio vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Kia Rio. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 675 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio. 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 (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Rio. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Rio. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2001 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2001 Kia Rio 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:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Rio | BLS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
