2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Nissan Note
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac BLS and 2007 Nissan Note were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Nissan Note. 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 (365 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Note. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Note.
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2007 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Nissan Note | |
Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
Model | BLS | Note |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.8 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 46 L |