2002 Vauxhall Vectra vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
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 Vauxhall Vectra (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Cadillac |
| Model | Vectra | BLS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
