2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Cadillac |
| Model | Corolla | BLS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
