2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 460 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Cadillac BLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fiat |
| Model | BLS | Panda |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 30 L |
