2005 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,358 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 202 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord. 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) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (217 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Accord | BLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2358 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 265 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |