2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (100 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Cadillac BLS | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Cadillac | Volkswagen |
Model | BLS | Citi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |