2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Vel Satis would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Cadillac BLS. (179 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 2009 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Renault | Cadillac |
| Model | Vel Satis | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
