2005 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Espace (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (176 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Espace weights approximately 194 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.
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, 2005 Renault Espace (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac BLS. (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Espace | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Espace | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 58 L |
