2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Elantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS.
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 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Cadillac | Hyundai |
| Model | BLS | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |
