2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2007 Cadillac BLS and 2007 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 106 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Corsa. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac BLS | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Cadillac | Opel |
Model | BLS | Corsa |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 11.2 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 | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |