2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac BLS and 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Cadillac BLS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano has automatic transmission and 2007 Cadillac BLS has manual transmission. 2007 Cadillac BLS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BLS | Viano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 75 L |