2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2010 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac BLS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 525 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-150. (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Ford | Cadillac |
| Model | F-150 | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 58 L |
