2005 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 127 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2005 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sportage. (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sportage | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Kia | Cadillac |
| Model | Sportage | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
