2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 9 kg more than 2010 Cadillac BLS.
Because 2005 SsangYong Chairman H 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 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | SsangYong | Cadillac |
| Model | Chairman H | BLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
