2005 Vauxhall Vectra 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 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Vectra. 2010 Cadillac BLS has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Vectra has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac BLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Vauxhall Vectra | 2010 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Vauxhall | Cadillac |
Model | Vectra | BLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |