2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 407 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Cadillac BLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Cadillac BLS would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac BLS. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 431 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 407.
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 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | BLS | 407 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 67 L |