2001 Mitsubishi Verada 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 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 56 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Verada.
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, 2001 Mitsubishi Verada (317 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Verada | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Verada | BLS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
