2002 Acura CL vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura CL | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Acura | Cadillac |
Model | CL | BLS |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |