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 8 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (252 HP @ 5500 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. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 58 kg more than 2002 Acura CL.

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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.

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 2792 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 252 HP
Engine RPM 6900 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 74.8 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 1638 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


 

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