2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1997 Eagle Talon
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Eagle Talon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Eagle Talon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Eagle Talon (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Eagle Talon.
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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Eagle Talon. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Eagle Talon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1997 Eagle Talon | |
| Make | Cadillac | Eagle |
| Model | BLS | Talon |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
