2001 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Opel Vectra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2001 Opel Vectra. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Vectra. (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Opel | Cadillac |
| Model | Vectra | BLS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2172 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 58 L |
