2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. Both 2007 Cadillac BLS and 2001 Renault Laguna are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 144 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | BLS | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
